An exploration of our Earth's ever-captivating fauna through musings on the bizarre side of Zoology, Cryptozoology, Paleontology, and Paleoanthropology

Friday, March 15, 2013

The Waxahachie Black Panther Camera Project

Mike Mayes, the so-called 'Texas Cryptid Hunter', is a great research associate of mine who has been doing investigative work regarding reports of cryptozoological animals in Texas. As I have said previously, I have a great interest in reports of relict Eastern cougars and 'out of place' black panthers. My interest is mainly due to the fact that such animals have been allegedly seen very near to where I live; literally down the road from where I live in one case where an alleged Eastern cougar was observed. Mike has been contacted by some people in Texas who have allegedly seen black panthers on their property several times. He is currently setting up trail cameras to try to document the existence of these unrecognized animals on the property. As I have discussed previously, I have suggested that several Southern black panther reports may actually be of jaguarundis. However, I also feel that it is possible that many reported black panthers in North America are melanistic mountain lions. I have high hopes for Mike's investigation, and he may assist in finally determining what these reported felids are.

About Me

Throughout his whole life, Jay has had a strong passion for learning about and interacting with animals. He has read numerous books, attended lectures, visited museums, and communicated with fellow researchers in hopes of advancing his knowledge pertaining to the fields of Zoology, Cryptozoology, Paleontology, and Anthropology. He took a term course on Anthropology during this past school year and is employed at a local zoological park. He has also gained experience in the natural world through hunting, hiking and other outdoor activities. Jay’s future goals include obtaining a PhD in a field related to those listed above. His work has been recognized by notable scientists such as zoologist Dr. Karl Shuker, zoologist Dr. Edward Bousfield, physical anthropologist Dr. Jeffrey Meldrum, and primatologist Michael Reid.